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World AIDS Day: Let’s talk about HIV testing
HIV and AIDS may not be topics that often come up in workplace conversations, but they should be. There are currently an estimated 100,000 people living with HIV in the UK, with around 5000 living with the conditions undiagnosed. Thanks to remarkable advances in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment, we’ve come[...]
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Men’s health matters: Conversations with our team
Men’s health often takes a backseat to work, responsibilities, and life’s pressures. But looking after your physical and mental wellbeing is key to a balanced, fulfilling life! In recognition of Men’s Health Awareness Month, we’ve taken the opportunity to sit down with members of our team to explore what health means to[...]
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Men’s Health Awareness Day: Let’s talk about it
November marks Men’s Health Awareness Month: a vital opportunity to highlight men’s health challenges and share insights and advice on how we can best support the valuable men in our lives! Did you know that one in eight men faces mental health challenges, and tragically, men are three times more likely[...]
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Medigold have been given the SEQOHS seal of approval!
We are delighted to announce that Medigold Health have been reaccredited by SEQOHS for another five years following our assessment last month! We’ve held our SEQOHS accreditation since 2014, but having this year been assessed against the all-new standards, we’re doubly proud of our achievement this time round. A mark[...]
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Supporting and raising awareness of breast cancer in the workplace
Breast cancer is, unfortunately, very common. In their lifetime, 1 in 7 UK females will be diagnosed with it, and the impact of this diagnosis, on their mental health, relationships, personal life and work, can be devastating. With October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it’s an ideal time to ensure your teams[...]
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Celebrating Medigold Health’s third successful Macmillan coffee morning
We are super excited to announce that our third Macmillan Coffee Morning was a success, raising an impressive £633 for Macmillan Cancer Support! The event gave us a chance to come together as a team, enjoy some delicious homemade treats, and contribute to an important cause that helps people living[...]
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Mental health – The power of conversation.
Guest Blogger Kath Wood – Disability Training and Consultancy Specialist – Product and Consultancy Lead In this blog, I will highlight the importance of conversations about mental wellbeing and share some advice for people on both sides of the conversation on how to prepare for it and the best approach[...]
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A pain in the brain: Dealing with migraines at work
Migraines are a widespread and often invisible health challenge that many professionals face. Whether you’re a line manager, supervisor, team leader or small business owner, chances are you’ve worked with someone who experiences them—even if they haven’t mentioned it. With an estimated 23.3% of adults aged 15-69 in the UK[...]
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Sleep soundly in Sleeptember (and year-round!)
Sleep takes up about one-third of our lives and is critical to our physical and mental health. Yet research shows that a third of us sleep for just five to six hours a night. September marks the start of The Sleep Charity’s annual awareness campaign, Sleeptember! Sleeptember is a month[...]
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